EMEA Global Trade Compliance Manger

EMEA Global Trade Compliance Manager

Experienced Customs & Global Trade professional required to join our Global Trade Compliance team in Schaffhausen, Switzerland . The EMEA Global Trade Compliance Manager will be part of a team responsible for the import/export compliance program for operations throughout EMEA. This role focuses on ensuring that Aptiv EDS business is conducted efficiently and at all times in full compliance with all import and export regulations, as well as all Aptiv internal policies and procedures, reporting to the EMEA Global Trade Lead.

Your role

• Development of policies and procedures relating to customs regulatory requirements to be followed by the business across the region
• Maintain and deliver training globally and across all functions and business units to relevant stakeholders
• Establish, document and ensure periodic update of general trade compliance processes and procedures
• Lead resolutions for business teams during Import and other Customs Compliance related audits.
• Manage third party brokers contract and renewal process within the EMEA region
• Manage HTS classification process and provide escalatory support to Classification team
• Implement Aptiv's Global Trade Compliance Internal Assessments and manage identified improvements/developments.
• Manage EMEA trade systems and lead implementation of new modules
• Ensure compliance with, and optimisation of, all applicable customs special procedures (IPR, OPR, Customs Warehousing, Temporary Import, etc)
• Lead resolution of issues for Aptiv sites on origin determination, qualification under Free Trade Agreements and issuing of Long Term Supplier declarations.
• Deliver SME and ensure Aptiv participation in Supply Chain Security and Import Compliance Programs (eg, AEO).
• Ensure appropriate maintenance of customs related records in accordance with Aptiv and Legal requirements.
• Drive EMEA duty savings projects and initiatives using trade data analytics, with close collaboration with GTC leadership team
• Resolution of operational compliance emergencies and ability to make compliance decisions on Aptiv actions for business leaders
• Conduct analysis on import/export data to identify potential duty mitigation opportunities
• Internal
• Provide due diligence and M&A support
• Collaborate cross-functionally (Supply Chain, Logistics, Tax, Finance, Sites etc.) to support corporate planning initiatives

• Top-tier global trade experience, including with a law or consulting firm and/or multinational company
• 8-12 years of relevant professional experience
• Experience working on customs-related topics in North African countries
• Technology and/or automotive industry experience is desirable
• Prior people management experience is desirable
• Experience with SAP GTS preferred
• English fluency required, French/Arabic language skills desirable

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

• Learning, professional growth and development in a world-recognized international environment.
• Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications.
• Recognition for innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities to give back to the community